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Topical question asked in the House of Commons, by Lord Pickles (Conservative). It was answered on Tuesday, 27 November 2007 on behalf of the Department for Communities and Local Government.


Topical Questions

Question
I would like to ask a question on planning procedures. Besides using intermediaries to make donations to the Labour party, Mr. David Abrahams used the same method to apply for planning permission. Will the Minister now agree to a review of regulations so that the true identity of the applicant is not hidden from the public?
Answer

Yes, I think it is essential that people have trust in the integrity and transparency of all our systems in government, and I certainly undertake to look at the issue and to try to ensure, as far as we possibly can, complete transparency around applications. It is important that people know exactly what has taken place.


Secondary information

Type
Oral question
Reference
468 c139 
Session
2007-08
Oral question type
Supplementary
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Accountability Freedom of information Planning permission Abrahams, David
Link
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